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When Jesus taught us to pray, “Forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors” in the Lord’s Prayer, what did He mean? Some translations use the word trespasses, while others say sins. Yet, the word debts—used in Matthew 6:12 of the King James Version—is intentional. It carrys both a financial and spiritual meaning, illustrating how our Heavenly Father calls us to experience both debt forgiveness and spiritual forgiveness.
Christian money management isn’t just about balancing a budget; it’s about aligning our finances with God’s will. From the Old Testament’s seventh-year debt release to Jesus’ teachings on generosity and forgiveness, the Bible isn’t quiet on the topic of managing money in a way that honors God.
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